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Corowa woman charged with 27 drug supply offences

A young Corowa woman could face up to 20 years in prison after being charged with 27 drug supply offences of methylamphetamine (‘ice’). Police executed a search warrant at the residence of April Lea Leslie at about 11.30am on Tuesday last week...

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Piet - ‘Life of the garden’

A special local screening of Five Seasons – the Gardens of Piet Oudolf, ignited a discussion about the beauty and ambience gardens provide for the community, and to also be conscious of the environmental footprint they have. The Corowa Tree of...

Rhys Williams
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Councillor pay increase push

Federation Council wants councillors in geographical councils which may not have a 20,000 population to be “adequately compensated” by the State Government. Council wants the NSW State Government to determine new categories to reflect Local...

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Murray Valley farmers take charge of energy

Local farmers will next week have the opportunity to gain new perspectives on energy generation and management at free Farm Energy Forums developed by NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI), with support from Dairy Australia and NSW Farmers. DPI...

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Scammers rattle local nerves

Elaine Clohessy and her husband Des are now “quite nervous” when they pick up the phone and don’t recognise the caller, after Des recently received a call from a cruel and sadistic scammer. Des answered a call roughly a month ago to a man on...

Rhys Williams
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Neil Martin retires after 46 years’ service

Neil also affectionately known as Blue has retired from Federation Council following 46 years of loyal service. Federation Council’s Mayor, Cr Patrick Bourke said Neil started work with Corowa Shire Council in 1973 as a draftsman and more recently...

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Council embarks on new tourism brand

Federation Council is embarking on a new tourism brand for the region and is engaging consultants to assist in leading the project for the community. The landscape of tourism marketing in Australia is incredibly vibrant and diverse. Recent...

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Youth connection

Indigo Shire Council has received $75,000 to implement the project We Know Your Name But Not Your Story as part of the third phase of VicHealth’s Bright Futures Challenge. Originally developed by Corangamite City Council, We Know Your Name But Not...

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Top ‘froggers’ wanted for local frog count

Corowa and Albury residents are being asked to eavesdrop on the critically endangered Sloane’s Froglet breeding calls during August. Dr David Hunter senior threatened species officer said the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment, in...

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Fire brigade awards evening

Members of the Wahgunyah Fire Brigade were recongised for their contribution to the CFA at an awards night recently. Acting Operations Manager Brett Myers from Wodonga CFA headquarters presented and thanked members for their contribution to the...

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Groups are beneficiaries of walkabout

Each year, the Winery Walkabout Weekend seems to go off without a hitch – the crowds come in and enjoy the festivities, wine and atmosphere not knowing the enormous amount of effort that has gone on behind the scenes. At a recent club meeting, the...

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Great grants for great community projects

Helping to fit out a community pre-school, funding for a new electronic scoreboard at the local cricket oval, new air conditioning for a suburban church; even a first aid course for the entire local hockey team. There are many ways to strengthen...

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Honour Avenue speed review

NSW Roads and Maritime Services are currently considering a request for a Speed Zone review in Honour Avenue, Corowa. The request is to extend the 60 km/h zone from 250m north-east of Gordon Street to the Federation Bridge / Corowa Saleyards...

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Armed robbers hold up petrol station

Two men armed with knives held up a Corowa petrol station on Saturday morning, fleeing with cigarettes and cash. Murray River Police District said the men entered the Mobil Service Station on Honour Avenue in Corowa at approximately 1.15am on...

Rhys Williams
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Spotlight on road safety

Member for Albury Justin Clancy is urging motorists to slow down and rethink their driving habits during August as part of an effort to drive down the State’s road toll. “Road safety is everyone’s responsibility and we all have a part to play...

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Oaklands ‘Dump-Ezy’ to boost visitation

Member for Albury Justin Clancy has announced that increased numbers of visitors are expected to stop in Oaklands with a new wastewater dump point at Gunambil Street through the NSW Government’s Regional Growth Environment and Tourism Fund. The...

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Forum to promote welcoming multicultural workforce

A forum is being planned for the end of August, to explore the opportunities for migrants with a refugee background to live and work in the region. The Corowa based refugee support group ‘Who Is My Neighbour’ will host a forum with employers...

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Indigo Shire Council declare a climate emergency

At the Ordinary Council meeting earlier this month, council voted to declare a Climate Emergency and investigate options to respond to the changing climate at a local level. Indigo Shire Mayor, Cr Bernard Gaffney said climate change is a real threat...

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Echuca-Moama bridge chaos

TRAFFIC is heavily backed up both ways both sides of the river after the Echuca-Moama bridge has been closed. Motorists have been advised to avoid the river crossing until further notice. More to come

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Woman jumps from moving car in Moama

A WOMAN in her 40s is likely to be flown to Melbourne after jumping out of a moving car in Moama earlier today. Murray River Police District Inspector Paul Huggett said Moama and Echuca police and Ambulance Victoria were called to Perricoota Rd near...

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Drugs stolen in Echuca Amcal robbery

POLICE are investigating after Echuca’s Amcal Pharmacy was held up this morning. The Hare St robbery occurred about 8.55am where a man threatened staff members before stealing a large amount of pharmaceutical drugs. No-one was injured. The man was...

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Accused drug dealer arrested in Echuca

AN ECHUCA man will face court today accused of drug, burglary, theft and driving offences. Detective Senior Constable Troy Wickham of Echuca Criminal Investigation Unit said. police arrested the 28-year-old on Friday in High St, along with...

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